Travel With A Purpose

Send us Fan Mail What do you do when something starts chewing the wiring under your RV? If you're Earl, you head straight to the farm supply store, buy the strongest critter repellent you can find, and decide that if a little works, a whole lot must work even better!  Join Earl and Pearl for another laugh-filled adventure as one well-intentioned repair turns their motorhome into the most avoi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Travel With a Purpose , I a memorable story from Camp Bee following a devastating winter storm, when a broken water pipe taught a lesson far greater than plumbing repairs.   Discover how we often spend our time treating the symptoms of life's problems while overlooking their true source. Through practical illustrations, biblical insight, and encouragement f...

Send us Fan Mail  Join Earl and Pearl as a friendly game of Hand and Foot at Camp Bee leads to an unforgettable recommendation from Patt Rains. Her suggestion? A trip to nearby Jefferson, Texas, and the famous Kitt's Kornbread Sandwich Shop.  What begins as curiosity quickly turns into one of Earl's favorite dining adventures when he discovers a jalapeño cornbread and fried bologna sandw...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the podcast! Today we're headed back to Camp Bee for another adventure with everyone's favorite Sojourners, Earl and Pearl Traveler. Most of us have volunteered for a job that seemed simple enough at the time. After all, how difficult could it be? That's exactly what Earl thought when he volunteered to make coffee for the Thursday night potluck at the Lod...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Earl and Pearl find themselves in a place called Catfish County, serving alongside retired Marine Bob Diseker and his wife Deannie, as well as David and Sheila Little. Their destination is a small country congregation with about fifteen faithful members, many of whom have worshiped together for decades.  The work list looks familiar enough: painting, repai...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, Earl and Pearl Traveler discover what happens when Patt shows up with the famous words, “I’ve got a little project.” What follows is a whirlwind of hedge trimming, flowerbeds, devotionals, sore muscles, Hand and Foot competition, and one very exhausted Earl Traveler trying to survive what may be the most productive day in Camp Bee history. So grab a cup of coff...

Send us Fan Mail Today we join Earl and Pearl Traveler as they embark on their very first Sojourn. Excitement is running high as they arrive to help prepare for Vacation Bible School at the Friendly Church of Christ. For Earl, the week brings an extra honor as he serves as a first-time Co-Team Leader alongside Team Leader Larry Little. Along the way there are paint projects, repairs, decorations,...

Send us Fan Mail Well, Earl is up to it again.  Only this time, with good intentions, as usual, it turns out to be a lot of bubble trouble as he decides to suprise Pearl by doing the laundry. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on Buy Me a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we’re taking a lighthearted ride through one of life’s most relatable adventures... forgetting the little things. Whether you’ve ever driven off with the power cord still plugged in, left the antenna up, or discovered somthing else you forgot, you’re in good company.   Earl and Pearl are back, and this time, their first official Sojourn rollout from Camp Bee become...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we meet Green Dots Earl and Pearl Traveler, along with their trusty companions, Miles the poodle and Miss Gypsy the orange tabby, as they experience one of the great rites of passage for every Sojourner: arriving at camp, finding your spot, and discovering that parking a big rig under pressure may require prayer, patience, and preferably Pearl giving directions. This is...

Send us Fan Mail Defensive driving is more than safe travel. It is stewardship. It is protecting the lives God has entrusted to us, caring for those who share the road, and making choices that reflect patience, wisdom, and preparation. Today, we are talking about RV defensive driving. From understanding stopping distances and blind spots to preparing for weather, road conditions, and the unexpecte...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I explore the story behind the story of one of America's most unusual named cities.  We're going to learn about the story behind the name of the town, Toad Suck, Arkansas.  Yes… Toad. Suck. Now before you reach for the map to double-check, let me assure you, this is not a typo, a prank, or a dare gone wrong. This is a real place, with a real history, and...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to turn your travel into something meaningful? Do you want to know more about Sojourning?  Or perhaps, you need a gentle reminder of why our mission matters. This episode highlights why being part of Sojourners makes a difference and how it creates lasting impact in churches and communities. Learn how you can serve, grow, and connect while living out your faith wherever the...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when what we’re hoping for… doesn’t happen? In this episode of Travel With A Purpose , we explore the powerful difference between hoping for something and hoping in Someone. Drawing from 1 Peter 1:3–5, we’re reminded that while our circumstances may change, our hope does not have to. It’s natural to hope for better days, restored relationships, or answers to prayer. B...

Send us Fan Mail Sojourners are made up of wonderful brothers and sisters from all around the United States.  It is part of the mission of this podcast to get to know each other as together we travel with a purpose. In this episode I am speaking with Bart and Cindy Sparks from Cabot Arkansas.  They share with us their vision for being Sojourners.  They have a wonderful story to share. Support the...

Send us Fan Mail Traveling alone is not near as much fun or enjoyable as traveling with our spouse.  We share many things while traveling down the road.  We aslo face and share challenges. In this episode I speak to the importance of loving our travel companion.  It takes effort sometimes but it is always rewarding. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any wa...

Send us Fan Mail We know how important it is to make sure everything is put away, buttoned down, and closed up as we get ready to depart on another sojourn.  No matter whether it's leaving from our home base or departing the campground.  It's important to pay attention. In this episode I speak to paying attention to the little things that might get overlooked.  I tie it to our spiritual...

Send us Fan Mail Our official name is, "National Evangelism With Sojourners".  Notice the core of our name, "evangelism".  It is who we are, what we do, and our purpose for traveling.  Unfortunately, sometimes we forget.   In this episode I want to remind us about the important role we have as sojourners to carry the hope of Christ with us.  I'll also offer a few simple wa...

Send us Fan Mail Every Sojourner has an RV story or two, or three, or more.  In this episode I share a few RV stories that have a scritpural application.  I invite you to think about your RV story and how perhaps God is giving you an insight into life and faithfulness. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can...

Send us Fan Mail Our trips, no matter where we travel are accompanied by traffic signs.  We love to hate them, often ignore them, and tolerate them at best. Life has traffic signs too.  Maybe we should pay attention to both. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever given serious consideration to our tag line, "Travel With a Purpose"?  In this episode I share some thoughts about what I think that means and how we can put it into practice as together we travel with a purpose. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to brin...

Send us Fan Mail Every year we bring on amazing new Sojourners.  This year is no exception.  It is my priviledge to get to know these amazing servants.  In today's episode I am speaking with our Green Dots, Mike and Marcia Holliway from Nebraska.  We are excited to have them as part of our Sojourner family. So sit back and enjoy getting to know them as together we travel with a purpose. Suppo...

Send us Fan Mail As I've produced podcasts I have come across wonderful people with like interests and tremendous informaiton to share.  In this episode I am speaking with such folks.  I am speaking with Mark and Krista Lawley about having a mindset of being prepared.  As Sojourners we certainly understand the importance of situational awareness and having that mindset.  We've faced chal...

Send us Fan Mail Traveling in an RV has its own set of dangers and many things to keep in mind.  Add to that the dangers from severe weather, and you have a potentially life-threatening situation. We spoke briefly and weather in Episode 26 about maximizing your RV experience.  I address traveling in severe weather a bit more in this episode. We want everyone safe and secure as we travel with a pur...

Send us Fan Mail Most of us own generators that we carry with our rig. Many even have a generator that is part of their rig.  Keeping it maintanined and operating properly is critical to safe and happy sojourning. In this episode I remind us about some simple although important maintenance we should be doing for our gas powered generators.   Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with y...